It has been a long time since I have checked in around here. Mom's health isn't doing so good. We just found out tht she has had 1 or 2 silent heart attacks. It has left the bottom part of heart dead.
On to the subject at hand. I applied fro SSI over 6 months ago with numerous medical problems tht totally afftect whether or not I can even get out of the bed. I was turned down! I was told that there was nothing to support my heart disease! I don't have heart disease - my father died of heart disease and that is what I ut dowwn in the part that asks abbout.
Anyway, I'm just wondering if I should resubmit on my own or go ahead and hire a lawyer? Any input will be appreciate.
Your friend,
Teah
Teah,
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. You will all be in my prayers.
About the SS, when I applied, I was denied. I filed a reconsideration on my own, and was granted SS. Denying benefits the first time seems to be the norm for SS. As for hiring a lawyer, I don't really know what to say. If you're denied a second time, it's even more of a hassle to try and get benefits, and you'd probably have to hire a lawyer anyway. I guess I'd get one now, just to be on the safe side. But then again, I had a neighbor who had a lawyer when he filed the first time, and was still denied.
Sorry I can't be of more help. SS is a tricky thing. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.
Cris
Teah checkin with Janis, Islandwoman, she just got her ssi and I know she went through alot she's listed at this board and Kimmy's new board too. I would suggest getting a lawyer, but I haven't had to apply for SSI yet. I am so sorry things have not been going well, but I am sure gald to see you again. Teah!!! xoxox Meme